Material Handler I Warehouse

Builders FirstSource • Marietta, GA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Material Handler I is responsible for handling and maintaining the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines. This role involves physically handling materials, operating motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, and adhering to all safety procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
• Manual dexterity
• Knowledge of safety procedures while performing materials handling tasks
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Responsibilities

• Physically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts, carries, stacks items as needed.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
• Responds attentively to training from foreman or more senior handlers in order to increase own knowledge of work processes.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees